Europe Express Names Shannon McAfee Strategic Account Manager, Luxury

Longtime luxury travel specialist and former Travel Advisor will lead the growth of Elevated

By: Europe Express Oct 31, 2026 2 min

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LYNNWOOD, Washington, October 30, 2026 — Europe Express today announced the appointment of Shannon McAfee as Strategic Account Manager, Luxury. The announcement comes one year after the launch of Elevated, the company’s luxury program built for discerning travelers and the Travel Advisors who serve them. In her new role, Shannon will lead Elevated’s next phase of growth, focusing on:

Expanding Elevated’s presence within the luxury travel sector

Building meaningful relationships with Travel Advisors

Helping partners increase their luxury sales through education, collaboration, and tailored support

Driving brand awareness for all Europe Express’s Travel Styles

With more than 13 years in the travel industry, Shannon began her career as an independent Travel Advisor, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of designing memorable journeys for discerning travelers. That experience laid the foundation for her move to the supplier side, where she has focused on helping Travel Advisors grow their businesses through creative travel planning, practical solutions, and expert support.

Shannon has been instrumental in the development of Elevated since its earliest stages, helping launch the program during its pilot phase and contributing to its evolution over its first year. Elevated offers Travel Advisors a single point of contact for bespoke luxury travel across 25+ European countries, including:

Itineraries crafted by senior Europe Specialists, beginning with a personalized discovery session

A dedicated concierge before and during travel

Stays in 4.5- and 5-star accommodations, private tours, and first-class transfers

Shannon is based in Southeast Florida. As a strategic partner to Travel Advisors, she connects them with specialized resources, exclusive experiences, and customized travel solutions that elevate their guests’ journeys and strengthen their businesses. With over 35 years of European expertise, Europe Express delivers the support Travel Advisors need to impress their guests every step of the way.

About Europe Express

Europe Express is a premier wholesale tour operator specializing in custom European travel experiences for Travel Advisors. Since 1990, Europe Express has provided travel professionals with seamless, tailor-made itineraries, competitive pricing, and dedicated support, empowering them to deliver unforgettable journeys to their clients. Continuously growing, Europe Express has operated over 300,000 trips for over 670,000 guests, with a dedicated team of over 150 employees located in five countries. Europe Express’s mission is to help Travel Advisors impress their clients through expert-led services, innovative tools, and passionate partnership. Discover more at www.europeexpress.com or follow @EuropeExpress on social media.

About Travelopia

Travelopia is the world’s leading collection of experiential travel brands. With primary headquarters in Surbiton, United Kingdom and over 2,500 colleagues across 30 countries worldwide, Travelopia welcomes 400,000 guests each year in over 120 destinations. From wildlife encounters to polar expeditions, from cultural tours to yachting adventures, Travelopia’s business is not just about showing people the world but designing new ways to experience it. Explore at www.travelopia.com.